Steps to Selecting Your Used Handicap Van

Today, there are more choices than ever, when it comes to purchasing a used handicap van. From full-size to mid-size, automatic ramps to rear and side entry vehicles – there are great vans out there to make it more comfortable for mobility-challenged drivers to travel where they want, when they want, in style!

Selecting the right kind of used handicap van for your disability and your lifestyle is crucial. As with purchasing a regular vehicle, you should always choose function over style and keep in mind that the decision you make can have ripple effects where your finances, comfort, and well-being are concerned.

The following are some steps to consider as you shop for your used handicap van:

  1. Consider your mobility challenges. The severity and extent of your mobility issues will be a guiding factor in determining which used handicap van will best serve your needs. For this reason (and others), Van Products is more than happy to have one of our mobility specialists work directly with you to ensure that you purchase the right handicap van based on your needs.
  2. Consider your past, present, and future needs. Someone who is recovering from a temporary disability/injury may only need a mobility solution for a few months or a year versus someone who has a permanent disability. These two factors, alone, can make a huge difference in the make, model, and mobility features you select.
  3. Consider your family. Shopping for a used wheelchair van isn’t just about the driver; it’s about the entire family. If, for example, you know that you travel frequently together as a family, this may impact the size of the wheelchair van you buy, or even the location of certain mobility features.
  4. Consider your geographic location. If you live in particularly cold or hot areas, you may want to consider more automatic (versus manual) mobility features.
  5. Consider the reputation/expertise of your mobility dealer. Finally, one of the most important factors to consider is the reputation of your mobility dealer. At Van Products, we are qualified mobility experts. Our mobility professionals are trained experts in knowing all of the mobility options, vehicle specs, and other information that is essential to choosing a used handicap vehicle.

Shop Smart with Van Products

If you’re in the market for a used handicap van, shop smarter with Van Products. Our trained mobility experts are ready to help you drive off in a quality, used handicap van today. Contact us at: (919) 878-7110.